THE
CONSULTATION
The initial consultation will involve the electrolygist assessing
the skin condition and the hair growth of concern. The treatment
plan will be identified for the client’s individual needs.
Medical history will also be taken.
THE
TREATMENT
A very fine probe is inserted into the hair follicle alongside
the hair and a mild current (Short Wave Diathermy) is applied
for 1-2 seconds-this creates heat. The heat dries up all the
moisture, living cells and blood supply at the root of the hair,
thus destroying it, allowing it to be lifted out.
DOES
IT HURT?
While the current is being applied a brief stinging sensation
is felt. The level of sensation depends on the area being treated,
the nerve responses of each individual, the level of current
required etc. The current must be strong enough to be effective,
while remaining tolerable.
EXPECTATION
OF ELECTROLYSIS
Treatment of the area is initially recommended every 7-14 days.
This will vary depending on the area, coarseness of the hair
and the skin type. Fine hairs may or may not regrow after just
one treatment. Strong hairs require repeated treatments but
regrow more slowly and become lighter and finer in texture with
each treatment so that progress is constantly being seen.
Although Electrolysis is classed as a permanent removal of hair,
the result is achieved over a period of time. The hair growth
cycle involves 3 stages. One of the stages is the active/growing
stage called the Anagen Stage and is the ideal stage for the
hair to be destroyed. Whilst the hair is in the rested or breaking
down stage the treatment is not so successful. The electrolygist
cannot change the hair growth cycle; therefore, repeated treatments
are needed as the hair moves through the growing cycle. This
ensures the hairs are all being treated over the period of time.
It is important to remember that a high percentage of hairs
are in the growing stage at any one time.
AFTER
EFFECTS
The follicle may be subject to localised reddening and/or swelling
and the area slightly warm for between a few minutes and about
24 hours.
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